Ahead of the impending monsoon season, Gujarat&rsquo;s 207 reservoirs collectively hold 44.18% of their total water storage capacity, as per a statement released by the state government on Tuesday. This includes the Sardar Sarovar Dam, a vital water source for the state, which alone has reached 53.04% of its designed capacity.
The Water Resources Department in Gandhinagar reported that on June 10, 2024, the reservoirs held 40.81% of their total capacity. The current figures indicate an improvement in water reserves compared to the same period last year.&nbsp;
Officials confirmed that the available stock would be used to cater to the state&rsquo;s drinking water and other essential needs in the near term.
Central Gujarat has recorded the highest reservoir storage, with 44.08% across 17 sites. In South Gujarat, 13 reservoirs collectively report 43.25%. North Gujarat's 15 reservoirs have 29.38% of their capacity filled, while Saurashtra&rsquo;s 141 reservoirs stand at 28.10%. Meanwhile, Kutch&rsquo;s 20 reservoirs are at 27.57%.
Specific reservoirs have shown significantly higher water levels. Dholidhaja in Surendranagar district and Machhu-3 in Morbi have both crossed 91% storage. Kalaghogha in Kutch holds more than 82% of its volume, Bhadar-2 in Rajkot stands at over 77%, Sukhi in Chhota Udepur exceeds 74%, and Aji-2 in Rajkot reports more than 73% capacity.
Statewide, six reservoirs have reached between 70% and 100% of their capacity. Another 20 are between 50% and 70% full, while 71 reservoirs have levels ranging from 25% to 50%.
The government release highlighted that despite summer conditions, the current storage levels have enabled continued water supply to urban and rural areas. The statement also attributed this preparedness to water conservation programmes, including the Sujalam Sufalam Jal Abhiyan and the ongoing 'Catch the Rain' initiative, aimed at enhancing Gujarat&rsquo;s self-sufficiency in water management.
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Improved reservoir levels ensure steady water supply across Gujarat before seasonal rainfall begins.

Gujarat Reservoirs at 44% Ahead of Monsoon Rains

Improved reservoir levels ensure steady water supply across Gujarat before seasonal rainfall begins.

June 11, 2025 | 13:51 IST